One of three speakers, Schaefer, a professional communicator, motivator and team builder, has a passion for helping others tap into their own inner excellence. Schaefer connects with the audience, encouraging them to believe in themselves and maintain a positive outlook on life. She is sponsored by Reinke Manufacturing.

From Hyannis, NE, entertainer Georgeann Wearin will be the capstone speaker on Feb. 18. Sponsored by Farm Credit Services of America, Georgeann shares the woman’s point of view on the ranching way of life through her unique humor and music.

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Participants will be able to choose from more than 35 different workshops over five sessions throughout the two-day conference. Topics range from animal welfare advocacy, business feasibility, farm pet health, crop insurance and marketing, to Smart Phone applications, reading maps for government programs and managing with arthritis on the farm.

As in the past, optional evening “funshops” are available with two, two-hour sessions offered with a goal of networking and fun.

Early bird registration of $90 per person is due by Feb. 4. Beginning Feb. 5, the fee is $110. The fee includes workshop materials, registration, breaks, and four meals.

To register or for more information about the conference, including a complete list of workshop and speaker bios, conference sponsors, booths and lodging information, visit the Women in Ag Web site and register online. Participants can also call 1-800-535-3456, fax 402-472-0776 or mail Women In Agriculture, UNL Agricultural Economics, 304 Filley Hall, Lincoln, NE 68583-0922.